Speaking to the assembly, he informed the participants about Serbia’s activities as regards the housing of refugees and migrants, organization of the reception centres, healthcare, with a special focus on women and children, and the educational programme for 700 child migrants.

“I am proud to say that the Serbian people had given significant support and assistance to the refugees, both individually and collectively. The attitude of the citizens of Serbia was not xenophobic and there had been no instances of violence or discrimination. We treat the migrants with respect and dignity” said Mijatovic.

The hearing was opened by the President of the UN General Assembly Miroslav Lajcak, and the participants were also addressed by the President of the Inter-Parliamentary Union Gabriela Cuevas Barron. The hearing is attended by over 90 delegations from around the world.